2,2-DICHLOROETHANOL

CAS NO.：598-38-9
Empirical Formula: C2H4Cl2O
Molecular Weight: 114.96
MDL number: MFCD00004700
EINECS: 209-931-9
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2023-04-23 13:52:06

What is 2,2-DICHLOROETHANOL?

Chemical properties

colourless to light yellow liquid

The Uses of 2,2-DICHLOROETHANOL

2,2-Dichloroethanol is a reagent in the preparation of tunable molecular catalysts via functionalizing methylene bridge of bis(N-heterocyclic carbene) ligands.

General Description

Clear pale yellow liquid.

Air & Water Reactions

Water soluble.

Reactivity Profile

2,2-DICHLOROETHANOL is incompatible with oxidizing agents.

Fire Hazard

2,2-DICHLOROETHANOL is combustible.

Properties of 2,2-DICHLOROETHANOL

Boiling point:	146 °C (lit.)
Density	1.404 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
refractive index	n20/D 1.473(lit.)
Flash point:	173 °F
storage temp.	Refrigerator
solubility	Chloroform
pka	13.09±0.10(Predicted)
form	Oil
color	Colourless
Stability:	Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.
CAS DataBase Reference	598-38-9
EPA Substance Registry System	2,2-Dichloroethanol (598-38-9)

Safety information for 2,2-DICHLOROETHANOL

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 Health Hazard GHS08
GHS Hazard Statements	H351:Carcinogenicity
Precautionary Statement Codes	P202:Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.